2-Methylhexanoic acid
[CAS# 4536-23-6]

Identification

• Classification: Chemical reagent >> Organic reagent >> Fatty acid
• Name: 2-Methylhexanoic acid
• Synonyms: 2-Methylcaproic acid
• Molecular Formula: C₇H₁₄O₂
• Molecular Weight: 130.18
• CAS Registry Number: 4536-23-6
• EC Number: 224-883-9
• FEMA: 3191

Properties

• Density: 0.916
• Boiling point: 209-210 ºC
• Refractive index: 1.418-1.422
• Flash point: 57 ºC

Safety Data

• Hazard Symbols: C
• Risk Codes: R34
• Safety Description: S26;S36/37/39;S45

Hazard Classification

Hazard	Class	Category Code	Hazard Statement
Skin irritation	Skin Irrit.	2	H315
Eye irritation	Eye Irrit.	2	H319
Serious eye damage	Eye Dam.	1	H318
Skin corrosion	Skin Corr.	1B	H314
Skin corrosion	Skin Corr.	1C	H314
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure	STOT SE	3	H335
Substances or mixtures corrosive to metals	Met. Corr.	1	H290

• Transport Information: UN 3265